Ducati Monster 620 i.e. Dark vs Honda CB 650 (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster 620 i.e. Darkstacks up against the Honda CB 650. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Monster 620 i.e. DarkHonda CB 650
Model year20041982
Price
Engine618 cc627 cc
Horsepower60 hp63 hp
Torque53 Nm
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 3.25-19 / 3.75-18

Ducati Monster 620 i.e. Dark vs Honda CB 650 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Monster 620 i.e. Dark and the Honda CB 650 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster 620 i.e. Dark brings 60 hp, while the Honda CB 650 counters with 63 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: